The NSIA is aimed at safeguarding national security and only applies to certain transactions occurring within certain sectors where national security might be threatened. There are 17 sectors in total, including energy, transport, and communications. Depending on the transaction, the NSIA may require a purchaser to notify the Secretary of State of an acquisition to … Continue Reading
Insolvency practitioners (IPs) often occupy quasi-judicial offices which, among other things, require them to, assess and adjudicate on competing claims, take coercive and enforcement actions and complete potentially contentious transactions. They must discharge their legal and equitable duties whilst maintaining objectivity and, whilst recognising and appropriately balancing the interests of a diverse range of stakeholders. … Continue Reading